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TCS Interview Questions, Process, and Tips for Freshers

Updated 11 Mar 2025

Top TCS Interview Questions and Answers for Freshers

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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Java and String related topic
  • Q2. What is the difference between the equals method and the == operator when comparing Strings?
  • Ans. 

    The equals method compares the content of two strings, while the == operator compares the memory addresses of the strings.

    • equals method checks if two strings have the same content

    • == operator checks if two strings are stored in the same memory location

    • Example: String str1 = new String("hello"); String str2 = new String("hello"); str1.equals(str2) returns true, but str1 == str2 returns false

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

Speed-related inquiry.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare for Core Java and Java Collections.

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Q1. Design a layered architecture for saving the user data to db. What all annotations to be used on each class and on functions if any?
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Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Exceptions in plsql
  • Ans. 

    PL/SQL exceptions handle errors and manage control flow in Oracle databases, ensuring robust application behavior.

    • PL/SQL has predefined exceptions like NO_DATA_FOUND and ZERO_DIVIDE.

    • Custom exceptions can be defined using the EXCEPTION keyword.

    • Use the RAISE statement to trigger an exception manually.

    • Example: BEGIN SELECT salary INTO v_salary FROM employees WHERE emp_id = 100; EXCEPTION WHEN NO_DATA_FOUND THEN DBMS_OUTPU...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How many types of triggers in plsql
  • Ans. 

    PL/SQL triggers are special procedures that automatically execute in response to certain events on a database table or view.

    • 1. DML Triggers: Execute on Data Manipulation Language events (INSERT, UPDATE, DELETE). Example: AFTER INSERT trigger to log changes.

    • 2. INSTEAD OF Triggers: Used on views to perform actions instead of the triggering action. Example: INSTEAD OF DELETE on a view.

    • 3. System Triggers: Triggered by syst...

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What is the salary expectation

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Not to join as a fresher ..having some experienced mininimum 10 then switch in this company

Top TCS Senior Engineer Interview Questions and Answers

Q1. How many types of triggers in plsql
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Interview experience
2
Poor
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about urself
  • Ans. 

    I am a detail-oriented Information Analyst with a strong background in data analysis and information management.

    • Experienced in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to drive business decisions

    • Proficient in using data visualization tools such as Tableau and Power BI

    • Skilled in database management and SQL queries

    • Strong communication and problem-solving skills

    • Bachelor's degree in Information Science

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  • Q2. What was your previous work you have done
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What was the last salary drawn
  • Ans. 

    I am not comfortable disclosing my previous salary.

    • It is not appropriate to discuss previous salary in an interview setting.

    • Focus on discussing qualifications, skills, and experiences relevant to the position.

    • Employers should base salary offers on the candidate's value and market rates, not previous salary.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is your expectation
  • Ans. 

    I expect to utilize my analytical skills to gather, organize, and interpret data to provide valuable insights for decision-making.

    • Expectation to work with large datasets and databases

    • Ability to analyze and interpret data to identify trends and patterns

    • Strong communication skills to present findings and recommendations

    • Desire to continuously learn and adapt to new technologies and tools

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Fresher and the experience person whoes salary not more than 3lpa pls dnt go for tcs has has package might you not get good and also the appraisal will not be good

HR Executive Interview Questions & Answers

user image Pooja Maran

posted on 10 Mar 2025

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Since I joined as fresher, they asked about myself, and my educational background, my interest and tested my communication
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. It was same as round 1, but different interviewer

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Q1. What do you know about Labor Law
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Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 6 Dec 2024

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Nov 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Aptitude covers verbal, quantitative and logical

Round 2 - Technical 

(8 Questions)

  • Q1. What is Encryption?
  • Q2. What is Decryption?
  • Q3. Why data security?
  • Q4. Difference between http and https
  • Q5. Types of databases
  • Q6. What is cloud and why cloud
  • Q7. What is cucumber framework
  • Q8. What is regression testing

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be there in the venue early as possible because there will be lot of peoples. The process is First In First Out.

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Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 23 Dec 2024

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Nov 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Write a code on reverse of the string
  • Ans. 

    Code to reverse a string

    • Use a loop to iterate through the characters of the string

    • Swap the characters from start to end of the string

    • Continue swapping until you reach the middle of the string

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Why string in java are immutable
  • Ans. 

    Strings in Java are immutable to ensure thread safety, security, and optimization.

    • Immutable strings prevent accidental changes, ensuring data integrity.

    • String pooling optimizes memory usage by reusing common string literals.

    • Thread safety is maintained as immutable strings cannot be modified concurrently.

    • Security is enhanced as sensitive information in strings cannot be altered.

    • Examples: String str = "Hello"; str.concat...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Explain about your projects
  • Ans. 

    I have worked on developing a mobile application for tracking daily fitness activities.

    • Developed a user-friendly interface for users to input their daily exercise and diet information

    • Implemented features such as step tracking, calorie counting, and goal setting

    • Integrated with wearable devices like Fitbit for automatic data syncing

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Why did you choose csbs
  • Ans. 

    I chose CSBS because of its strong reputation in the industry and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies.

    • CSBS has a strong reputation in the industry for producing top-notch professionals

    • I was attracted to the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies and innovative projects

    • I believe CSBS will provide me with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the digital field

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Cocepts on opps
  • Ans. 

    Concepts on object-oriented programming

    • OOP is a programming paradigm based on the concept of objects, which can contain data in the form of fields and code in the form of procedures.

    • Encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism are key principles of OOP.

    • Examples of OOP languages include Java, C++, and Python.

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for TCS interview:
  • java
  • sql
  • core subjects
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - make sure to brush all your basic topics before u are attending fot the interview

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Data Entry Operator Interview Questions & Answers

user image 147 Pranav Pattani

posted on 22 Dec 2024

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. What is your professional profile ?
  • Ans. 

    I am a detail-oriented data entry operator with experience in accurately inputting and maintaining data in various systems.

    • Proficient in data entry software and Microsoft Office Suite

    • Strong attention to detail and accuracy

    • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks efficiently

    • Experience in maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information

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  • Q2. What is your professional qualification?
  • Ans. 

    I have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science with a focus on data management and analysis.

    • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

    • Specialization in data management and analysis

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is your background?
  • Ans. 

    I have a background in data entry and administrative work, with experience in accurately inputting and managing large amounts of information.

    • Experience in data entry and administrative tasks

    • Proficient in accurately inputting and managing large amounts of information

    • Familiarity with data entry software and tools

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. What is your current job salary?
  • Ans. 

    I am currently earning $45,000 per year in my current job.

    • My current job salary is $45,000 per year.

    • I am satisfied with my current salary.

    • I am open to discussing salary expectations for this position.

  • Answered by AI

Top TCS Data Entry Operator Interview Questions and Answers

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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

30 question mcq ask i gave 28

Round 2 - Group Discussion 

Project preparation discussion how would you execute project

Round 3 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Process associate questions
  • Q2. What is roles and responsibility
  • Ans. 

    Roles and responsibilities refer to the tasks and duties assigned to an individual within an organization.

    • Roles define the position or job title of an individual within the organization.

    • Responsibilities outline the specific tasks and duties that the individual is expected to perform.

    • Roles and responsibilities help clarify expectations, promote accountability, and ensure effective teamwork.

    • Examples: A process associate ...

  • Answered by AI
Round 4 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Strengths and weakness

Top TCS Process Associate Interview Questions and Answers

Q1. What will you do with duplicate data in pivot table?
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Q1. How will you explain a red colour (or any colour) to a person who is blind since his or her birth?
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Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Nov 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

The aptitude test will have logical reasoning, problem solving ,english and 2 coding questions to assess the candidate's knowledge

Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Rate yourself in python out of 10
  • Q2. Write a code to identify if the given word is palindrome or not

Top TCS Assistant System Engineer Interview Questions and Answers

Q1. Constellation Identification Problem Given a matrix named UNIVERSE with 3 rows and 'N' columns, filled with characters {#, *, .}, where: '*' represents stars. '.' represents empty space. '#' represents a separator between galaxies. Your t... read more
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Q1. Constellation Identification Problem Given a matrix named UNIVERSE with 3 rows and 'N' columns, filled with characters {#, *, .}, where: '*' represents stars. '.' represents empty space. '#' represents a separator between galaxies. Your t... read more
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Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Dec 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Aptitude questions were difficult

Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Hr interview basic question
  • Q2. Tell me more about u
  • Ans. 

    I am a dedicated and detail-oriented engineer with a passion for problem-solving and continuous learning.

    • I have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering from XYZ University.

    • I have completed internships at ABC Company and DEF Company, where I gained hands-on experience in engineering projects.

    • I am proficient in programming languages such as Java, C++, and Python.

    • I have strong analytical skills and enjoy working in a team envi...

  • Answered by AI

Top TCS Associate Engineer Interview Questions and Answers

Q1. How do you approach problem-solving, and can you provide a specific situation where your leadership skills have benefited you?
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Q1. Count Ways To Reach The N-th Stair Problem Statement You are given a number of stairs, N. Starting at the 0th stair, you need to reach the Nth stair. Each time you can either climb one step or two steps. You have to return the number of dis... read more
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TCS Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in TCS interview for freshers?
TCS interview process for freshers usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the TCS interview process for freshers are Technical, Aptitude Test and Resume Shortlist.
How to prepare for TCS interview for freshers?
Go through your CV in detail and study all the technologies mentioned in your CV. Prepare at least two technologies or languages in depth if you are appearing for a technical interview at TCS. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at TCS expect are Interpersonal Skills, Customer Handling, Customer Service, Computer Savvy and Communication Skills.
What are the top questions asked in TCS interview for freshers?

Some of the top questions asked at the TCS interview for freshers -

  1. Assume, you are the product manager and you need to sell a product, how will yo...read more
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  3. 1.what is cloud computing?? 2. How many types of clouds? 3. What is Virtualizat...read more
How long is the TCS interview process?

The duration of TCS interview process can vary, but typically it takes about less than 2 weeks to complete.

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